Skills & How Tos

Spilled red wine on white tablecloth with overturned glass, near a fork and napkin.
Martha Stewart’s Elaborate 6-Step Method Is the Best for Removing Red Wine StainsCleaning
This test was intense and will henceforth be known by me as “The Kitchen Sink Method.”
Ashley Poskin
Feb 11, 2026
I Tried 6 Methods for Cleaning Glass Shower Doors, and the Winner Surprised MeCleaning
The winning method truly surprised me.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 23, 2026
I Tested 9 Methods for Removing Lint, and This Is What Worked the BestCleaning
We tested some commonly recommended lint blasting techniques to find what really works — and what doesn't.
Jill Harness
Jan 16, 2026
This Snow-Shoveling Hack Feels Illegal It’s So SmartHome Projects
It seems so much easier!
Lara Walsh
Jan 10, 2026
These Green Bookshelves Completely Transform This Living RoomHome Projects
The bold green color featured in this transformation is just perfect.
Sarah Everett
Dec 25, 2025
This Living Room’s Airy Transformation Is So SatisfyingHome Projects
The after is a total breath of fresh air.
Megan Baker Detloff
Dec 23, 2025
My “Nonstick Driveway” Method for Clearing Snow Works Every WinterHome Projects
And you definitely already have everything you need.
Brigitt Earley
Dec 3, 2025
Move Over, Bow Trees: Sparkly "Bejeweled Trees" Will Win the Holidays This YearHome Projects
I’m so in love with the look.
Mackenzie Schieck
Dec 1, 2025
6 Common Zipper Problems and How to Fix ThemHome Projects
These issues have surprisingly simple solutions.
Ashley Poskin
Nov 17, 2025
The "Game-Changing" Tool That Makes Paint Touch-Ups a CinchHome Projects
It's just $20!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Nov 10, 2025
This $25 Tool Is the Secret to Creating Dreamy Parisian Architectural DetailsHome Projects
If you can use scissors, you can use this tool.
Megan Baker Detloff
Nov 6, 2025
This Designer’s Paint Trick Is the Easiest Way to Fake Architectural CharmHome Projects
It’s so simple yet so brilliant.
Kelly Dawson
Nov 4, 2025
The Right Way to Paint IKEA Furniture
HOME PROJECTS
Make all your IKEA hacks and upgrades really count by painting them the right way.
Ashley Poskin
Jul 14, 2024
I Transformed the Ugliest Thing in My Kitchen, and Now It’s My FavoriteHome Projects
I’m totally obsessed!
Ashley Poskin
Oct 24, 2025
8 IKEA Hacks to Create Bathroom Storage Out of Thin Air Home Projects
If your laundry hampers have to live in your bathroom, read this.
Heather Bien
Oct 21, 2025
Your Judgement-Free Guide to Actually Learning How to Use a ScrewdriverHome Projects
You've got this!
Megan Baker Detloff
Oct 21, 2025
The Only Paintbrush You'll Ever Need, According to a ProHome Projects
It’s versatile and easy to use.
Kelly Dawson
Oct 15, 2025
The Terrified Beginner's Guide to Using a Drill Like a ProHome Projects
It's easier than you think!
Megan Baker Detloff
Oct 11, 2025
I Found the Easiest $5 Trick for Making My Curtains Look CustomHome Projects
You need basically no DIY skills to pull this off.
Heather Bien
Oct 9, 2025
The Magic Ingredient to Easy Rust Removal Is Hiding in Your PantryHome Projects
You don't need anything fancy to get the job done.
Ashley Poskin
Oct 2, 2025
I’ve Been Building IKEA Furniture for Years — This $10 Tool Is My MVPHome Projects
It’s worth the spend.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 30, 2025
I Tested 4 Hacks for Paint Touch-ups, and My Favorite Shocked MeHome Projects
The winner was way easier than pulling out a paintbrush and a gallon of paint.
Ashley Poskin
Sep 29, 2025
This Unexpected Home Depot DIY Will Be the Cutest Part of Your Room (Seriously!)Home Projects
It’s a total transformation.
Yanel Siqueiros
Sep 25, 2025
I Tried 3 Fabric Paints on Secondhand Upholstery and Had a Clear FavoriteHome Projects
I also had a clear least favorite!
Ashley Poskin
Sep 23, 2025
This Is the Perfect Tool for Cardboard-Obsessed KidsHome Projects
It cuts through cardboard like a warm knife through butter.
Stephanie Ganz
Sep 19, 2025
This Fancy-Looking Paint Project Is Actually Way Easier than It SeemsHome Projects
Even better? You can finish in an afternoon.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 17, 2025
The Brilliant, Undisputed Hack for Crisp Paint LinesHome Projects
It’s the “holy grail” hack for a perfect line.
Rebecca Rakowitz
Sep 10, 2025
Solve This Super Annoying Bedroom Dilemma With a Simple Hack Home Projects
No more pillows lost in the crack.
Emma Zawacki
Sep 5, 2025
You’re Using a Box Fan All WrongHome Projects
Here's how to make a box fan work smarter, not harder.
Abby Monteil
Aug 20, 2025
6 Things I Wish I Knew Before Putting a Pool in My BackyardHome Projects
I’m swimming in added fees.
Rose Morrison
Aug 6, 2025
For a Pro-Approved Beginner Plant Project, Grow Potted SunflowersPlants & Yard
You might think of sunflowers as being giant and unwieldy, but certain varieties are perfect for containers. Here’s what to know.
Jennifer Prince
Aug 23, 2024
We Asked 5 Master Gardeners What Plants Will Make Your Yard Smell AmazingHome Projects
These super fragrant plants are also easy to grow.
Brittany Leitner
Jul 25, 2025
My Mom’s Golden Rule for the Prettiest, Healthiest PlantsHome Projects
She’s been doing this for decades.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 17, 2025
The "Ice Cube Trick" Makes One of Your Most Frustrating Home Problems DisappearHome Projects
Mind. Blown.
Isabel Petrou
Jul 16, 2025
This Pro DIYer's $7 Tip for Reviving Dated Wicker DecorHome Projects
It’s so brilliantly simple.
Shelby Deering
Jul 9, 2025
5 Simple Habits That Are Sneakily Ruining Your Deck, According to ProsHome Projects
You’re probably doing at least one of these!
Brittany Leitner
Jul 3, 2025
I Tried 3 Ways to Revive My Outdoor Wood Furniture — Here’s What Actually Worked BestHome Projects
I bought my patio set on Facebook Marketplace a couple of years ago, and I’d been neglecting it.
Heather Bien
Jun 30, 2025
How to Totally Nail the Funky Furniture Trend You’re Seeing EverywhereHome Projects
I tested four ways to add bold stripes to wood, and my favorite surprised me.
Ashley Poskin
Jun 26, 2025
The Brilliant IKEA Hack That’s Kept This DIYer’s Patio Cool for Three SummersHome Projects
Get more use out of your patio with this smart DIY.
Abby Monteil
Jun 18, 2025
How a 456-Year-Old Tool Helped This Ceramicist Fall in Love with WoodworkingHome Projects
"I like a lot of character in my work," she says.
Sarah Everett
Jun 12, 2025
Mold, Mice and 5 Other Red Flags to Watch for When Buying an AC SecondhandHome Projects
Here’s what you’ll want to scope out while scrolling Facebook Marketplace.
Brittany Leitner
May 30, 2025
This Easy Hack Lets You Pause Your Paint Project Without CleaningHome Projects
It will save you so much time.
Alyssa Longobucco
May 29, 2025
How to Remove Bright-Yellow Mustard Stains on ClothesCleaning
According to laundry pros.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
May 27, 2025
We Tried 3 Ways to Wash Towels and Found the Superior Method to UseCleaning
The results were exceptional.
Shifrah Combiths
May 26, 2025
I Tried 4 Different Methods for Removing Ketchup Stains Out of ClothesCleaning
The results were unbelievable!
Barbara Bellesi Zito
May 25, 2025
This IKEA Hack Hides Cord Clutter and Looks Cute, TooHome Projects
Read how I did it, step by step.
Ashley Poskin
May 16, 2025
Steal This Free Designer-Approved Trick for Picking the Perfect Paint ColorHome Projects
It’ll open up a rainbow of possibilities.
Alyssa Longobucco
May 4, 2025
This Wallpaper Changes with the Seasons (You Have to See It!) Home Projects
We can’t wait to see what summer looks like.
Alyssa Longobucco
Apr 28, 2025
This Viral Paint Hack Isn’t Worth Your Time — Here’s What to Do Instead Home Projects
Trust us on this one, put down the hammer
Alyssa Longobucco
Apr 24, 2025
This Hardware Store Buy Is My Secret to Cleaning Thrift Store ArtHome Projects
It completely eliminates grime.
Alyssa Longobucco
Apr 18, 2025
You Should Avoid Storing These Items in Your Garage, According to ProsHome Projects
It can still be a catch-all, just not for everything.
Brittany Leitner
Apr 14, 2025
The Secret Ingredient That Makes Paint Go on So Much Smoother (Even On Furniture!)Home Projects
Say goodbye to brush lines for good.
Heather Bien
Apr 13, 2025
The Trick to Getting Rid of Cat Pee Anywhere (It’s Expert-Approved!)Cleaning
How to eliminate the smell and any stains.
Jennifer Prince
Mar 30, 2025
See How I Upgraded My Bathroom with This Controversial Paint Color (and Sold My Home in 3 Days!)Home Projects
Consider this your permission to experiment.
Alyssa Longobucco
Mar 28, 2025
This Is the Best Way to Get Rid of Skunk Smells (Skip the Tomato Juice!)Cleaning
Here’s what you need to use ASAP.
Jennifer Billock
Mar 27, 2025
I’m Amazed by How Good This $30 IKEA MALM Hack Looks (It Only Took 45 Minutes!)Home Projects
For about $30, you’ll have a textured piece that looks far more expensive.
Sarah Everett
Mar 14, 2025
The “Knock” Test, and 5 Other Pro Secrets to Finding Quality Wood Furniture While ThriftingHome Projects
A maker’s mark isn’t the only thing you’ll want to look out for.
Kelly Dawson
Mar 11, 2025
Sorry, But Your Toilet Seat Has an Expiration Date — Here’s What It IsHome Projects
Bonus: You’ll score an easy aesthetic upgrade.
Kelly Dawson
Mar 10, 2025
How to Soundproof a Ceiling (So You Can Still Like Your Upstairs Neighbors)Home Projects
Pros give their expert tips for cutting down on upstairs noise.
Alexis Rhiannon
Mar 7, 2025
Here’s How to Fix “Crying Walls” — Plus What’s Actually Happening to Your PaintHome Projects
Good news: It’s an easy fix.
Heather Bien
Mar 1, 2025
This Luxe Kitchen Feature Stains So Easily (It’s Such a Pain to Clean!)Cleaning
Find out how to maintain it, according to a cleaning pro.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Feb 27, 2025